Drinking Water On College Campuses

College students often get caught up in hectic schedules that are filled with classes, assignments, social activities, and—for many—work. This makes prioritizing their well-being a challenge, including staying hydrated, which is fundamental to overall health.

To make drinking water at college even more challenging, a lot of students live in older dorms and campus apartments that may have older pipes. Without proper filtration, consuming water from these aging pipes can lead to health concerns.

If you’re a college student (or a family member of a college student), you’ll want to make sure to be proactive about water safety to maintain good health and well-being. Having a reliable water filter can greatly help mitigate these risks and ensure that the water you drink at school meets high-quality standards for purity and safety.

Why Drinking Water is Important

Drinking enough water to stay properly hydrated is one of the best things you can do for your overall health. Drinking water offers many health benefits:

• Maintain your body temperature - Your body loses water through sweat during physical activity and in hot environments. While the purpose of sweat is to keep your body cool, your body temperature will rise if you don’t replenish the water you lose. If you’re sweating more than usual, make sure you drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.
• Absorb nutrients - Water makes vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients accessible to your body. It helps dissolve them from your food and then delivers them to the rest of your body for use.
•  Fight illness - Drinking enough water can help prevent certain medical conditions like kidney stones and exercise-induced asthma. These are conditions that can occur at any age.
• Boost energy - Drinking water may activate your metabolism. A boost in metabolism has been associated with a positive impact on energy levels.
• Aid cognitive function - Proper hydration is key to maintaining cognitive function. Not drinking enough water can negatively impact your focus, alertness, and short-term memory.
• Improve mood - Not getting enough water can also affect your mood. Dehydration can lead to fatigue, confusion, and even anxiety.
• Maximize physical performance - Hydration affects your strength and endurance. You may be more susceptible to the effects of dehydration if you’re participating in endurance training or high-intensity sports.
• Relieve headaches – Staying hydrated has been shown to help reduce headaches and headache symptoms. 
• Prevent overall dehydration - Dehydration is the result of your body not having enough water and can be very dangerous. Drinking enough water to make up for what’s lost through sweat, urination, and bowel movements is critical to avoid dehydration.

ZeroWater Small Water Pitchers: A Simple Solution

When shopping for household items in preparation for the upcoming semester, be sure to put a filtered water pitcher on your list. ZeroWater’s water pitchers are a convenient way to ensure easy access to clean, filtered water during your time at college and can help you maintain the essential healthy habit of staying hydrated even on the busiest days.

Why a filtered water pitcher and not another type of water filtration system? When it comes to living in dorm rooms and campus apartments, space is a luxury. Students may be sharing a refrigerator, only have access to a mini-refrigerator, or may even (gasp!) be sharing a mini-fridge. This type of living situation can make it challenging to ensure easy access to clean drinking water.

This is what makes ZeroWater’s small water pitchers a simple and highly effective solution. Our compact pitchers are designed to fit into small refrigerators, making them ideal for college dorms and small apartments where space is at a premium. They provide a smart solution for having filtered water on hand, addressing the specific challenges of college life. Our 7 cup pitchers, 10 cup pitchers, and 12 cup pitchers offer the perfect balance of size and functionality, ensuring that you can enjoy clean, filtered water without compromising on space.

The ZeroWater 5-Stage Filtration System

ZeroWater’s filters feature a 5-stage filtration system that delivers quality water. This unique filtration system is designed to effectively remove harmful contaminants, leaving you with cleaner, great-tasting water. Our filters eliminate specific contaminants commonly found in tap water, such as lead and forever chemicals (PFOA/PFOS), making our small pitchers an ideal choice for college students concerned about the quality of their drinking water. This comprehensive filtration process goes beyond standard water pitchers, addressing the potential risks associated with older plumbing in dorms and apartments.

Staying on top of hydration can be tough for college students, but it's important to support mental and physical wellness. A small water pitcher for your mini fridge can be a lifesaver when living in a cramped dorm or apartment, ensuring easy access to clean, refreshing water without taking up too much room. Having a ZeroWater compact water pitcher with our advanced 5-stage filtration system in your living space makes it easier to stay hydrated and prioritize your health and well-being.

Image: ZeroWater 10 Cup Ready-Pour Pitcher

Shop ZeroWater. Stay Hydrated.

The compact feature of our small water pitchers is a major advantage for students living in dorms or small apartments, where every inch of space matters. Whether you're sharing a fridge with roommates or have a mini fridge in your room, ZeroWater's small-size pitchers offer the flexibility and convenience you need to stay hydrated in a tight living space. To get the most out of your water pitcher, be sure to clean it and change the filter regularly.

In addition to our compact pitcher filters, ZeroWater carries a variety of water filtration solutions, as well as water testers, and replacement filters, to enhance the quality of your drinking water. See our FAQ’s to find answers to any questions you may have.

Shop ZeroWater’s water filtration products today to find the best solution for your college living situation. To maximize your value, check out our water pitcher with filters bundle.

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